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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in elearning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Scientists want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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